der Rezeptor
Translation
receptor
Examples
Der Rezeptor bindet das Hormon.
The receptor binds the hormone.
Dieser Rezeptor ist für den Geruchssinn wichtig.
This receptor is important for the sense of smell.
Grammar Patterns
the receptor for sth. the receptor for sth. The receptor for insulin is located on the cell membrane.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Empfänger (receiver), Sensor (sensor)
Etymology
From Latin 'receptor' (receiver), from 'recipere' (to receive). It shares a root with the English word 'receive'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'receptionist' for signals in the body. The 'Rezeptor' receives chemical signals on the surface of a cell.